Beautifully renovated Cape for first home or investment for short term AirBNB or seasonal rental located in Bangor's highly desirable Tree Streets neighborhood. This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-full bath home features an inviting open-concept layout designed for modern living and entertaining. Completely updated throughout include new flooring, new roof, new siding, a new boiler, updated windows, doors & bathrooms, newly built decks, and all new electrical & plumbing providing both style and efficiency.
The flexible floor plan includes a first-floor bedroom, first-floor laundry, and an accessible walk-in shower, offering convenience and functionality for a variety of living needs. Bright and spacious living areas blend classic character with contemporary finishes, creating a truly move-in ready home. Furnishings & decor included in sale.
Unfinished rooms in barn offering increased potential for space. Can use for cold storage, tool barn, craft space, etc.
Conveniently located near downtown Bangor, hospitals, parks, schools, and shopping while situated in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods.
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Price cut: $10K (7/29)
$329,900
156 Essex Street, Bangor, ME 04401
4beds
1,395sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,273/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1888
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$324,200 Zestimate®
$236/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Newly built decksNew roofAccessible walk-in showerNew flooringFirst-floor bedroomNew sidingFirst-floor laundry
- 57 days |
- 558 |
- 19 |
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Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1665921
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,395
- Total interior livable area: 1,395 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,395
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Roll-in Shower
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Features: Interior Lot, City Lot, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: BANGM048L164
- Zoning: MF&S
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone, Poured Concrete, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater, LED Light Fixtures, Thermostat, Recirculating Hot Water
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bangor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $236/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $118,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,495
- Date on market: 6/6/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$324,200
$308,000 - $340,000
$2,262/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2026 | Price change | $329,900-2.9%$236/sqft |
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| 6/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $339,900+277.7%$244/sqft |
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| 3/26/2025 | Sold | $90,000-25%$65/sqft |
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| 2/25/2025 | Pending sale | $120,000$86/sqft |
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| 2/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $120,000$86/sqft |
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| 2/8/2025 | Pending sale | $120,000$86/sqft |
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| 2/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $120,000+400%$86/sqft |
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| 8/24/2018 | Sold | $24,000-3.6%$17/sqft |
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| 7/18/2018 | Price change | $24,900-28.7%$18/sqft |
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| 6/14/2018 | Price change | $34,900-12.5%$25/sqft |
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| 5/8/2018 | Price change | $39,900-11.1%$29/sqft |
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| 3/30/2018 | Listed for sale | $44,900$32/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,277 | $118,900 |
| 2023 | $2,277 +7.8% | $118,900 +14.8% |
| 2022 | $2,113 +5.3% | $103,600 +15.1% |
| 2021 | $2,007 | $90,000 |
| 2020 | $2,007 +90.1% | $90,000 +96.1% |
| 2019 | $1,056 -51.4% | $45,900 -51.5% |
| 2018 | $2,173 +2.4% | $94,700 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $2,122 +2.5% | $94,100 +2.3% |
| 2016 | $2,070 +2.5% | $92,000 |
| 2015 | $2,019 +1.3% | $92,000 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $1,993 +4.8% | $91,400 |
| 2013 | $1,901 -8% | $91,400 |
| 2012 | $2,066 +29.9% | $91,400 +10.4% |
| 2011 | $1,590 +4.6% | $82,800 +3.8% |
| 2009 | $1,520 | $79,800 |
| 2008 | $1,520 | $79,800 |
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Neighborhood: 04401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Abraham Lincoln SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10William S. Cohen SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Bangor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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